Fairbanks, Alaska, offers incredible opportunities for those interested in purchasing land.

This is probably something you should just add to the rent for your next tenant.  

This is exactly what wholesalers do.   

Like you, i'd be interested if anyone here has any experience with doing this 'technique'. 

Check their terms and fees to ensure they align with your needs.

Keep in mind that if there is equity to be had, you are probably competing with LOTS of other investors and wholesalers.

Is it to protect you in case of a lawsuit? 

If so, your IRA will most likely need to file a 990t tax return annually and pay this tax. 

In his opinion the best setup to minimize taxes was a checkbook LLC in an SDIRA. 

Both things are happening.Buyer agent commission is still negotiated up front with sellers although there is the option not to compensate a buyer's agent - aka have the buyer pay their agent.We also tell buyer's agents to include their commission in the offer.